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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Nursing NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN today announced that Maria Diaz De Leon, Sodexo hygiene specialist at Phoenix Children's Hospital, has earned the company's 15th annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award. Maria was nominated by Jason Solley, Senior Area General Manager – Environmental Services (EVS), at Phoenix Children's, for her exemplary work as night shift EVS Supervisor. Maria, who works for Sodexo through a contract with Phoenix Children's Hospital, oversees more than 20 EVS professionals responsible for all terminal cleaning within the perioperative areas within the hospital, which consist of four different locations on campus.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN today announced that Maria Diaz De Leon, Sodexo hygiene specialist at Phoenix Children's Hospital , has earned the company's 15th annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award.
- "Maria is such a remarkable asset to our EVS department and all the patients, visitors, and staff here at Phoenix Children's Hospital," said Solley.
- "We established the National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award 15 years ago to recognize and celebrate the EVS staff such as Maria who are crucial to preventing the spread of pHAIs," said UMF|PerfectCLEAN CEO George Clarke.
- As the 2023 National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award recipient, Maria will receive an all-expenses paid trip for two, including airfare, to a location of her choice within the 48 contiguous states.
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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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FIN Atlantic Film Festival NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN is pleased to announce its third consecutive year as a Strategic Partner of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) for 2024. With more than 15,000 infection preventionist (IP) members and over 100 chapters, APIC is the largest association for infection prevention and control (IPC) professionals.
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- NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN is pleased to announce its third consecutive year as a Strategic Partner of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology ( APIC ) for 2024.
- With more than 15,000 infection preventionist (IP) members and over 100 chapters, APIC is the largest association for infection prevention and control (IPC) professionals.
- The APIC Strategic Partner Program is a formal partnership between APIC and industry leaders united in the common goal of advancing the science and practice of infection prevention and control.
- "In partnership with Strategic Partners, we continue to make progress in advancing infection prevention and control in diverse settings both inside and outside of healthcare."
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EPA,
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School,
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Nursing NORTHBROOK, Ill., Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN is requesting nominations for its second annual Education Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award, which acknowledges the contributions of custodial staff in schools across the country. The award provides managers and supervisors with an opportunity to recognize exceptional custodians who deliver a clean and hygienic environment for students, teachers, and staff in K-12 schools, colleges, and universities. Nominations are open through December 15, 2023.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN is requesting nominations for its second annual Education Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award , which acknowledges the contributions of custodial staff in schools across the country.
- "We are thrilled by the opportunity to recognize and celebrate these front-line dedicated workers who clean and disinfect educational facilities with our Education Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award ," said UMF|PerfectCLEAN CEO George Clarke.
- "Custodial workers are key to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for students and staff.
- "The Education Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award recognizes and celebrates their integral role."
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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Patient,
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Environment,
Fungal infection,
American Hospital Association,
Infection NORTHBROOK, Ill., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN is pleased to introduce QUICKfoam™>10, a game-changing product developed to transform the fight against biofilm in drains. QUICKfoam>10 is a 10-gallon, battery-powered foaming unit that generates high-density Klorese™ disinfectant foam to treat any size drain. Klorese is the only chemistry with a neutral pH that is EPA-registered to kill bacteria in biofilm and meets the legal requirements of EPA regulation 40 CFR 403 for sanitary sewer disposal, meaning it is safe to pour down the drain. Biofilm is a protective slime that makes pathogens highly resistant to disinfectants. QUICKfoam>10 foams away bacteria in biofilm safely, efficiently, and thoroughly.
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- "These pathogens form wet biofilm in drains and p-traps, allowing them to persist for long periods of time.
- With QUICKfoam>10 , our healthcare customers have an invaluable tool in mitigating the risk to patients from antibiotic-resistant organisms in biofilm.
- The guidelines included a recommendation to disinfect sink drains using an EPA-registered disinfectant with kill claims against bacteria in biofilm.
- EPA-Registered and Neutral pH: Klorese, the core component of QUICKfoam-10, is EPA-registered to kill biofilm while maintaining a neutral pH.
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nominations are open for UMF|PerfectCLEAN's fifth annual National Guest Room Attendant (GRA) Excellence Award. UMF|PerfectCLEAN developed the award to recognize the hotel housekeepers – GRAs – who ensure hotels and lodges across the country are clean and safe for guests. GRAs have faced many challenges in 2023 as hotel occupancy rates approach pre-pandemic levels, guests demand cleanliness and hygiene, and staffing shortages abound. The award provides hotel general managers, room directors, and housekeeping managers with an opportunity to recognize the staff members who commit themselves to the highest standards of excellence. Nominations for the National GRA Excellence Award are open through Dec. 15, 2023.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nominations are open for UMF|PerfectCLEAN's fifth annual National Guest Room Attendant (GRA) Excellence Award .
- The award provides hotel general managers, room directors, and housekeeping managers with an opportunity to recognize the staff members who commit themselves to the highest standards of excellence.
- Nominations for the National GRA Excellence Award are open through Dec. 15, 2023.
- "The National GRA Excellence Award is an ideal way to honor the hotel housekeeper who deserves recognition," added Clarke.
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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Hand,
Fungus,
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Clostridioides difficile,
Infection,
Nursing,
Norovirus NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nominations are open for UMF|PerfectCLEAN's 15th annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award. The award acknowledges exemplary environmental services (EVS) workers who help reduce the spread of preventable healthcare-associated infections (pHAIs) caused by numerous superbugs including C. auris, C. diff, COVID-19, MRSA, and Norovirus. Nominations are open through Dec. 15, 2023.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nominations are open for UMF|PerfectCLEAN's 15th annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award .
- We established our National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award 15 years ago to acknowledge and celebrate the EVS staff who work tirelessly to prevent the spread of pHAIs."
- The National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award is a testament to that commitment.
- The National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award is an opportunity to recognize their critical contributions.
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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN® is pleased to announce new, fully compostable packaging for all of its PerfectCLEAN® branded line of products. The new packaging aligns with the infection prevention company's commitment to deliver safer environmental hygiene with less effort, less waste, reduced carbon footprint, and less cost than traditional cleaning products and methods. The compostable packaging is already being used with select PerfectCLEAN products, and the company plans to roll it out to the full suite of PerfectCLEAN products by early 2024.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN ® is pleased to announce new, fully compostable packaging for all of its PerfectCLEAN® branded line of products.
- The compostable packaging is already being used with select PerfectCLEAN products, and the company plans to roll it out to the full suite of PerfectCLEAN products by early 2024.
- This innovative, compostable packaging is in complete alignment with those goals.
- Our new compostable packaging further supports them in decreasing their own environmental footprints."
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Thursday, October 5, 2023
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN and integrated facilities management provider Eurest Services have partnered to deliver custodial services, training, and best-in-class products to the new, state-of-the-art Delta Sky Club at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). UMF|PerfectCLEAN developed nine bespoke training videos for the Eurest Services Appearance Care team to ensure the highest level of environmental hygiene is achieved regularly throughout the club, helping meet its goal of creating an exceptional customer experience.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN and integrated facilities management provider Eurest Services have partnered to deliver custodial services, training, and best-in-class products to the new, state-of-the-art Delta Sky Club at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- The 22,000-square-foot Delta Sky Club, which opened in October 2022, provides a premium space for customers to relax and recharge before flights.
- "Eurest Services is committed to maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness throughout the Delta Sky Club to ensure its customers have a memorable experience," said Jamal McNeil, Director of Appearance Care, Eurest Services.
- With PerfectCLEAN® products, training, and customized videos, Eurest Services team members are able to perform their roles efficiently and effectively.
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Infection,
University,
MRSA,
SARS,
SARS-CoV-2,
EVS,
Tablet,
EPA,
School,
Hospital,
Risk,
APIC,
Conference,
Fungal infection,
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology,
Environment,
RTU,
Safety,
Norovirus NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN will introduce QUICKtab™, a unique, touchless disinfectant tablet dispensing system, at the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) 2023 Annual Conference (booth #1231) in Orlando, June 26-28. With its innovative features and unparalleled convenience, QUICKtab is set to transform the way you dispense disinfectant.
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- Compact, durable, and secure, QUICKtab unlocks new levels of efficiency, safety, and sustainability in handling and deploying disinfectants
NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN will introduce QUICKtab ™, a unique, touchless disinfectant tablet dispensing system, at the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) 2023 Annual Conference (booth #1231) in Orlando, June 26-28.
- With its innovative features and unparalleled convenience, QUICKtab is set to transform the way you dispense disinfectant.
- Hygiene specialists never have to handle tablets while dispensing or using Klorese ready-to-use (RTU) tablets, which are Ideal for hospitals, hotels, schools, and universities.
- "As a proud APIC 2023 strategic partner , we are excited to introduce QUICKtab at the APIC 2023 Annual Conference," added Clarke.
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Nursing,
Norovirus,
Bang Phai MRT station NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN proudly introduces the new PCPLUS all-inclusive infection prevention program for healthcare. PCPLUS is a comprehensive program that integrates state-of-the-art, programmable Electrolux commercial laundry equipment; best-in-class hospital grade microfiber and hardware products; Klorese® sporicidal cleaner/disinfectant; a comprehensive training program; and a state of the art monitoring tool. The PCPLUS program provides hospitals with complete control over their infection prevention textile program. PCPLUS contributes to reducing preventable hospital associated infections (pHAIs) and achieving maximum environmental sustainability, all at a significant cost savings.
Key Points:
- NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF|PerfectCLEAN proudly introduces the new PCPLUS all-inclusive infection prevention program for healthcare.
- The PCPLUS program provides hospitals with complete control over their infection prevention textile program.
- "We developed the PCPLUS program based on feedback from our healthcare customers.
- With PCPLUS, healthcare facilities reduce carbon dioxide emissions related to shipping; plastic waste from disposables and packaging; cardboard waste; and microplastic production.
